Tigers Clinch AL Pennant on Wert's Ninth Inning Hit
Don Wert delivered a bases loaded two out single in the ninth to give the Detroit Tigers a 2-1 win over the New York Yankees and clinch the American League pennant. The win drew 46,512 fans into a wild celebration as Wert capped a dramatic finish despite being 0-for-3 in the game. The Tigers had secured the pennant earlier when the Red Sox defeated the Orioles.
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Tigers reach World Series after dramatic late rally
The Tigers advance to the World Series to face the St Louis Cardinals after Wert's dramatic late hit sparked a rally. Bob Gibson is slated to start against Denny McLain in the opener as Detroit fans at Tiger Stadium miss news of the Red Sox victory due to an onfield disruption concern.
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Detroit crowd roars as police help power pennant celebration
In Kennedy Square Detroit at 12 22 am officers waded into a cheering crowd after the Tigers clinched their first AL pennant in 23 years. Police said they were told to let the crowd be while celebration continued into the night.
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Sparma Sparks Tigers Early Lead With RBI Single
Joe Sparma started the scoring with a fifth inning RBI single driving in Bill Freehan who had earlier singled and moved to second on an infield out by Tom Matchick. Sparma threw a three hitter into the ninth before the Yankees tied it with Charlie Smith's single and Gibbs' run scoring hits.
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All Stars Chosen For City Slo Pitch Finals Sunday
Three All-Star games close the City Slo-Pitch season Sunday night pending weather. Only one game played Tuesday. two forfeited. Huron County Bank beat Home Savings 18-9. Downtown Dodge and VFW also won by forfeit. All-Star selections include A League Paul Craft and Mike Gottfried. Eastern Rich Meagrew and Jim Ringholz. Western Lonnie Oney and Chuck Timbs.
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Howard Gives Tribe Trouble
Frank Howard delivered a two run double to break a 2-2 tie as the Washington Senators beat the Cleveland Indians 4-2. Howard improved his success against Cleveland starter Sam McDowell, who allowed the decisive hit and saw his ERA rise to 1.86. The loss left Cleveland tied for third with Boston and New York in the standings.
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Cross Country Meet Canceled and Rescheduled
Tuesday's cross country meet between Norwalk and Bellevue was canceled because Bellevue has not yet started school. The Norwalk meet with Galion is set for Thursday September 19 at the Elks' Country Club.
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Perry Fires No Hitter To Beat Cardinals 1 0
Gaylord Perry pitched a no hitter over the St. Louis Cardinals as the Giants won 1-0 in San Francisco. He walked two and struck out nine, aided by a first inning Ron Hunt home run and solid defense.
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Player Of The Week Greg Levers Earns Norwalk Honor
Norwalk High senior fullback Greg Levers received the first Player Of The Week honor after carrying 14 times for 101 yards at Lorain St. Mary despite an injury. The 190 pound back has 161 rushing yards on 28 carries this season and played middle guard on defense. He was checked at Lorain hospital with a minor neck injury but worked out Tuesday and is slated for the Northern Ohio League opener at Shelby Friday.
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Fired Umpires Predict Union Rise in American League
Bill Valentine and Al Salerno, two umpires dismissed by AL President Joe Cronin, say half their peers back them and predict an AL umpires union will form. They plan to petition Commissioner Eckert for reinstatement and union rights without fear of reprisal.
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Harraway praised after Browns prepare for Cowboys
Cleveland Browns coach Blanton Collier said running back Charlie Harraway did a pretty good job against the Saints last Sunday. Harraway ran hard and made mistakes on only a couple of plays including two fumbles while subbing for injured Ernie Green. Green may return this Sunday but Collier will decide after this weekend based on contact status.
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